RELI0180A-F17
Intro to Biblical Literature
An Introduction to Biblical Literature
This course is a general introduction to biblical history, literature, and interpretation. It is designed for students who seek a basic understanding of the Bible on its own or as a foundation for further study in religion, art, literature, film, and other disciplines. It aims to acquaint students with the major characters, narratives, poetry, and compositional features of biblical literature and how these writings became Jewish and Christian scriptures. The course will also explore various approaches to reading the Bible, both religious and secular. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
This course is a general introduction to biblical history, literature, and interpretation. It is designed for students who seek a basic understanding of the Bible on its own or as a foundation for further study in religion, art, literature, film, and other disciplines. It aims to acquaint students with the major characters, narratives, poetry, and compositional features of biblical literature and how these writings became Jewish and Christian scriptures. The course will also explore various approaches to reading the Bible, both religious and secular. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
- Term:
- Fall 2017
- Location:
- Robert A. Jones '59 House CON(RAJ CON)
- Schedule:
- 9:30am-10:45am on Tuesday, Thursday (Sep 11, 2017 to Dec 8, 2017)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Larry Yarbrough
- Subject:
- Religion
- Department:
- Religion
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- LIT PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- ENAM0180A-F17
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92273
- Subject Code:
- RELI
- Course Number:
- 0180
- Section Identifier:
- A